uuMaintenance Under the BonnetuOpening the Bonnet
Opening the Bonnet
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
1Opening the Bonnet
Bonnet Release Handle
NOTICE
2. Pull on the bonnet release handle under the
driver sideβs lower outer corner of the
dashboard.
Do not open the bonnet when the wiper arms are
raised.
The bonnet will strike the wipers, and may damage
either the bonnet or the wipers.
Pull
u The bonnet will pop up slightly.
Diesel models
NOTICE
Do not press the engine cover forcibly. This may
damage the engine cover and component parts.
3. Push up the bonnet latch lever in the centre
of the bonnet to release the lock
Lever
mechanism, and open the bonnet.
When closing the bonnet, check that the bonnet is
securely latched.
If the bonnet latch lever moves stiffly, or if you can
open the bonnet without lifting the lever, the latch
mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated.
Models with Auto Idle Stop
Do not open the bonnet while Auto Idle Stop
function is activated.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp
using the grip. Mount the support rod in
the bonnet.
Grip
Support Rod
When closing, remove the support rod, and
stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the
bonnet. Remove your hand at a height of
approximately 30 cm (12 inches) and let the
bonnet close.
Clamp
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